- Let's make some friends! - Stronger Together Demo Showcase - 21 September 2026
We are delighted to participate at the Stronger Together Demo Showcase from September 21 to September 28. Prepare yourselves for a bunch of awesome demos by friends we made along the way.While you're at it, go ahead and check out the new demo of Valkyrie Rising: Hordes of Ragnarök.
- Valkyrie Rising v0.2.7 Demo Update - 4 September 2026
Valkyrie Rising v0.2.7 Demo Patch Noteswe finally did it in orderSystemfixed a graphics issue that caused game stutters due to using too much VRAMThat's it, but it was necessary.
- Valkyrie Rising v0.2.6 Demo Update - 24 August 2026
Valkyrie Rising v0.2.6 Demo Patch NotesWe promise next time will be v0.2.7System21:9 is now properly supportedGameGeneralAdded additional difficulty modes (standard, advanced, extreme)Added elevate and forsake options towards runesRe-structured the rune User InterfaceAdded another quest towards the poolAdded big chests on the map that grant attack upgradesSkillsReworked Odin's skilltreeAdded new skills to Thor's skilltreeAdded new skills to Skadi's skilltreeEnemiesAdded empowered enemies that occasionally spawn during a runReworked Boss #1 attacksTroll Child melee now plants a mushroom bombAdded VFX to some enemy attacksLanguageThe following languages are now supported in the demo.EnglishGermanFrench (new)Italian (new)Spanish - Spain (new)Portoguese - Brazil (new)Simplified Chnese (new)Japanese (new)Korean (new)Polish (new)Russian (new)Turkish (new)Bugsfixed a bug where button SFX were…
- Valkyrie Rising Joins Games Composed in Germany! 🇩🇪 - 21 July 2026
Valkyrie Rising: Hordes of Ragnarök is proud to be a part of the Games Composed in Germany Steam event.Carve through the Hordes of Ragnarök in a Bullet Heaven Roguelite inspired by Norse myth. Complete quests mid-run to earn divine blessings, wield the abilities of gods, and forge your path toward the build you want to play. Check out the event and discover even more epic games made in Germany!Games Composed in Germany
- Enjoy Diversity, Embrace Uniqueness - 13 July 2026
We’re excited to announce that Valkyrie Rising: Hordes of Ragnarök is taking part in the Nonbinary Coded Games event, celebrating games created by nonbinary developers as well as titles that explore identity, individuality, and different perspectives.Embracing uniqueness is an important part of Valkyrie Rising. Our game presents Norse mythology from a fresh perspective, reimagining familiar legends while giving players plenty of freedom to shape their own experience.From choosing how to develop your character to experimenting with different abilities, upgrades, and playstyles, your decisions influence how you face the hordes of Ragnarök. There is no single correct path, you'll need to find the approach that feels right for you.To celebrate the event, we invite you to jump into Valkyrie Rising: Hordes of Ragnarök, discover our interpretation of Norse mythology, and create a playstyle tha…
- Enjoy OUR Demo Update at the Steam Bullet Fest - 8 June 2026
Steam has officially recognized Bullet Heaven as a game tag!This is a huge moment for the genre, and we want to say a big thank you to the entire bullet heaven community for helping make it happen. Starting today, many games across the genre are taking part in the official Steam Bullet Heaven Fest, and we’re excited to announce that Valkyrie Rising: Hordes of Ragnarök is part of the event as well.To celebrate, we’ve updated our demo with the latest improvements and would love for you to try it out.Jump into the newest version of the Valkyrie Rising: Hordes of Ragnarök demo, survive the hordes, and let us know what you think!Your feedback means a lot to us and helps shape the game as we continue development.Thank you for your support, and happy Bullet Heaven Fest!
- It's Dangerous To Go Alone! Take this. - Stronger Together - 1 June 2026
We are Stronger Together from June 1 to June 7 and we're delighted to participate. Prepare yourselves for a bunch of awesome games by friends we made along the way.While you're at it, go ahead and check out the new demo update of Valkyrie Rising: Hordes of Ragnarök.
- Valkyrie Rising v0.2.4 Demo Update - 1 June 2026
Valkyrie Rising v0.2.4 Demo Patch NotesWhat happened with v0.2.2 and v0.2.3?SystemRemoved Experience Numbers to reduce system loadMultiple objects are now preloaded during startup to reduce system loadGameRe-structured the in-game HUDRemoved MinimapAdded UI indicators for Quests & BlessingsIncreased overall speed of the game (players & enemies)Added loot enemies (they drop more XP!)Removed attack patterns of Wargs and Dark Elf AssassinsIncreased game time to 12:30 minutesBugsFixed a bug where enemies did not spawn after playing multiple runs (again?)Fixed a bug where you couldn't exit one's god skill treeMinor UI fixes
- Valkyrie Rising v0.2.1 Patch Notes - 9 December 2025
Valkyrie Rising v0.2.1 Patch NotesSystemUltra-Wide (21:9) is now supportedResolution Display is now properly filteredShaders are now preloaded during startupGameALL resources are now drawn towards the playerIncreased pick up range of the player BugsFixed a bug where enemies did not spawn after playing multiple runsFixed a bug where 16:10 resoultion was not displayed properlyFixed a bug where you were not able to continue the game after tabbing out during the pause screenFixed a bug where the inputs were not shown properly on a fresh runMinor UI fixes
- Play OUR Demo at the Bullet Heaven Festival 3.0 - 4 December 2025
The third iteration of the Bullet Heaven Festival is here from December 4 to December 11 and we're delighted to participate. Prepare yourselves for a wave of new bullet-heaven titles, big discounts on exisiting favorites, and naturally a whole lot of bullets!While you're at it, go ahead and check out the demo of Valkyrie Rising: Hordes of Ragnarök.
- Join our Playtest from September 18-22 - 16 September 2025
Our very first Steam Playtest for Valkyrie Rising: Hordes of Ragnarök is here!From September 18–22, you’ll have the chance to jump into short, action-packed runs (around 15 minutes each) and test different builds, abilities, and strategies. Whether you just have time for a quick session or want to chain multiple runs, this is your chance to experience the game early and help us shape its future.What you can expect in the Playtest:Fast-paced runs with skilltrees of three godsA glimpse into the Norse-inspired world of Valkyrie RisingAn opportunity to share your feedback directly with usYour thoughts are invaluable as we continue development — we can’t wait to hear what you think and see the different playstyles you come up with.Head to the Playtest section on this Steam page, request access, and join the fight from September 18–22.Thank you for taking part in this first step of the journe…
- Valkyrie Rising goes Gamescom 2025! 🎮⚔️ - 16 August 2025
The gates of Asgard open wider than ever… this time at Gamescom 2025!Valkyrie Rising: Hordes of Ragnarök will be playable at the RAW Talent Showcase, part of the Indie Arena Booth in Hall 10.2 (D042–D044) from August 20–22.What awaits you at the booth: ⚔️ Hands-on demo – play a slice of the battle right on the show floor 🎮 Meet the devs – share your thoughts, ask questions, and chat with us directlyWe’re beyond excited to showcase Valkyrie Rising: Hordes of Ragnarök among so many amazing indie games, and we’d love to meet some of you in person.If you’re at Gamescom, come say hi and rise with us against the hordes of Ragnarök!
- Valkyrie Rising Joins Games Forged in Germany! 🇩🇪 - 24 July 2025
Brave yourselves, warriors! The horde isn't just in-game this time... it's a whole horde of incredible German games!Valkyrie Rising: Hordes of Ragnarök is proud to be a part of the Games Forged in Germany Steam event.Unleash divine powers, gather ancient runes, and craft powerful synergies as you stand against the chaos of Ragnarök. The fate of Asgard hangs in the balance — are you ready to rise?Check out the event and discover even more epic games made in Germany!Games Forged in Germany
- New Name, New Look – Same Epic Battle! - 18 July 2025
Hey everyone!We’ve been listening to your feedback, and we’re excited to share a big update: Thrud – Valkyrie Rising is now called Valkyrie Rising: Hordes of Ragnarök!Alongside the new name, we’ve also updated the game’s key art to better reflect horde-like gameplay and Norse atmosphere that define the experience. Our goal is to make it immediately clear what the game is all about — defending Asgard from unending hordes in a battle worthy of the gods.But Don't Worry - Thrud is still here!You’ll continue your journey as the fierce Valkyrie Thrud, standing strong against the hordes of Ragnarök.We hope you love the new direction as much as we do. Let us know what you think — your feedback continues to shape this world we're building together.See you in Asgard, warriors!
